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https://cleaningmag.com/news/an-innovation-in-gutter-cleaningTue, 18 Dec 2018 10:53:54 +0000Cleaning at height, in particular gutter cleaning and roof inspections, is still thought to be a challenging task for some FM companies, especially where there are hundreds of sites to be inspected and cleaned.

Since 2003, the SkyVac, gutter and high level cleaning system has been at the forefront of the high level cleaning industry. Reaching up to 40ft from the ground, the system only requires one person for operation and an average site can be inspected and cleaned in half a day.

Based on the SkyVac Industrial system, Spinaclean has now designed a new, advanced, portable gutter cleaning system - the SkyVac Interceptor. Spinaclean describes it as the ‘world’s first fully independent gutter cleaning system with its own on-board power plant’. Generating impressive suction power, this mobile system is powered by a robust Honda engine. Built in features include a tilting drum for easy emptying and a blow function feature for self-unblocking and removing pine needles and leaves.

Specifications include rapid air flow of 7700 litres per minute, a 78 litre drum and a 140 inch water lift, ensuring precision cleaning up to 40ft from the safety of the ground, eliminating the need for scaffolding and cherry pickers. www.spinaclean.com
]]>FM market set for £2 billion boost in 2019: reporthttps://cleaningmag.com/news/fm-market-set-for-2-billion-boost-in-2019-report
https://cleaningmag.com/news/fm-market-set-for-2-billion-boost-in-2019-reportTue, 18 Dec 2018 10:51:25 +0000A new report on the UK facilities management outsourcing market from MTW Research suggests that outsourcing will grow by £2 billion in 2019, with the FM market forecast to rise by more than £10 billion by 2022.

Based on data from 80% of the FM market, the report suggests that whilst FM trends will continue to reflect sustained pricing pressure in a challenging market in 2019, growth opportunities for FM companies and their suppliers remain significant. For example, pressure on clients’ productivity in 2019 is highlighted as a key opportunity for FM providers to grow margins.

MTW’s director, Mark Waddy, said: “It’s likely that ‘third level differentiation’ will really gain traction in the FM market in 2019. The collapse of Carillion and others have focused the FM market toward more sustainable FM economics, with a fundamental shift to outcome based contracts and other critical success factors transforming the UK outsourcing market.”

The report discusses 20 emerging and critical success factors for the FM market, with trends including contract selectivity, convergence and the equitable accounting of risk divestment identified as key areas to enhance margins in the FM market.

Based on sales data from companies worth £90 billion, MTW found that net worth of the FM market will rise by 9% by 2022, reflecting a slowdown from the 16% growth in previous years. Despite this slowdown, the report identifies an additional £2.6 billion of sales for ‘bundled outsourcing’, highlighting that whilst growth will become more elusive in the FM market, healthy opportunities for revenue and profit growth will exist through more sophisticated targeting and marketing.

The 10th edition report includes end use sector shares, identifying the best and worst performing FM markets. In previous years the security and catering sectors offered growth opportunities, though MTW also points to the forthcoming Public Spending Review in 2019 as potentially offering new sales stimulus as austerity comes to an end. Security services are set to boost the FM market by £1.5 billion, with property maintenance and office support services rising by £5 billion combined. The end of the PFI era will also have a dramatic effect on the market as this pipeline is replaced by other mechanisms. The impact of Brexit on the FM market is provided, with MTW identifying key growth trends set to offset the inevitable Brexit effect. Disruptive technology, communications, outcome based success measurement, data collection, and content analysis amongst others are assessed, with recent mergers and acquisitions also pointing to what could be a seismic shift in how FM outsourcing is perceived from within and outside the industry in the next few years.

The report profiles the top 100 FM outsourcing companies, finding that average profitability remained depressed in 2018, though expectations are for a steady strengthening in the longer term with net worth rising 25% over the review period. Short term debt is forecast to rise in the outsourcing market, with inevitable consequences for suppliers to the FM companies as the market remains competitive, particularly in the lower value end of the market.

Overall, MTW’s report presents cautiously optimistic trends for the outsourcing market with growth exceeding 50% for several end use sectors to 2022. However, the research also highlights the need for FM providers to identify the growing number of pitfalls and develop clear tactics to avoid these and enhance margins. The report is available to purchase from MTW Research’s website.www.marketresearchreports.co.u...
]]>A bright future for Greenfield school childrenhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/a-bright-future-for-greenfield-school-children
https://cleaningmag.com/news/a-bright-future-for-greenfield-school-childrenMon, 17 Dec 2018 09:17:51 +0000Robert Scott has announced plans to build a new school for local children on land next to its head office and mill in Greenfield, Oldham.

Bright Futures School, founded in 2010, is a small independent school dedicated to helping children with autism. The school brings a new approach to autism education by seeking to work on the core difficulties at the heart of autism. These include difficulties with emotional regulation, social understanding, perspective-taking, and managing uncertainty and unpredictability. In April 2018, the school was informed its rented premises were to be sold and had been living in a state of uncertainty about its future ever since.

In June 2018, Daniel Scott, operations director at Robert Scott, learned of the school’s predicament. Due to the specific nature of its requirements for pupils, the school’s management team - including proprietor, Zoe Thompson - had been struggling to find suitable premises in the local area within its limited budget. Following consultation with its board of directors, Robert Scott has offered to build a new school for Bright Futures on the site of a former farm building on vacant land opposite its Greenfield mill. Plans for the build will be submitted for approval to Oldham Council with the hope that the school would be completed and ready for use in 2019.

Zoe Thompson said: “Robert Scott has secured our future and given us a platform from which to implement some big plans that we have for our school. We are so grateful to Daniel and the board of directors. The company will also benefit from the development of the site to create a new car park for its staff, but we just couldn’t believe that someone would go to the lengths of building a whole new school for us - it’s so generous.”

Daniel Scott added: “Having heard about the plight of the school and subsequently learned what a fantastic institution it is, we wanted to help. It was clear that Bright Futures school’s needs were unique and as we have a plot of land that would really lend itself to meeting those needs I was happy to offer to help. Between us, we have been working on creating a fantastic small, nurturing learning environment, allowing the school to continue its amazing work with the children.”

The school has also been supported by chartered architectural technologists, Whittaker Design, which offered help in locating alternative premises, and Saddleworth South councilor, Jamie Curley, who helped navigate some council-related issues.

The move cements Robert Scott’s commitment to helping local communities served by its business and those of its distributors. Earlier this year, the company launched its first nationwide ‘Cleaning up your Community’ initiative and plans to run the competition again in Spring 2019.

Photo shows: From left: Lee Hollinworth, She Thompson and Daniel Scott at the site of the new school.

]]>The Cleaning Show 2019 adds more sparklehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/the-cleaning-show-2019-adds-more-sparkle
https://cleaningmag.com/news/the-cleaning-show-2019-adds-more-sparkleFri, 14 Dec 2018 10:12:17 +0000The organiser of The Cleaning Show 2019, the UK’s largest cleaning, hygiene and waste management exhibition (Excel, London March 19-21), has announced more details of what promises to be a packed event.

In recognition of the contribution window cleaning makes to the wider cleaning industry, the 2019 Cleaning Show will – for the first time - feature a special zone dedicated to the sector. The Window Cleaning Village will be for anyone connected to commercial window cleaning, offering them the chance to try out the latest products on offer, attend workshops, and network with equipment providers. It will also be the location for a new twist on the usual window cleaning challenge with the launch of the Window Cleaning World Cup, sponsored by Unger. Adjudicated by the Federation of Window Cleaners (FWC), there will be an international campaign and prize fund to encourage more cleaners from overseas to get involved. Competitors from around the world are formally being invited to enter, and they’ll get the chance to win the first ever Window Cleaning World Cup and a prize of £1000. It’s also hoped - by attracting more global participants - that someone may finally come close to beating the 10-year world record of 9.14 seconds held by Terry ‘Turbo’ Burrows.

In addition, the organiser is looking to encourage more women window cleaners to take part, highlighting that the record time of 16.28 seconds set by Deborah Morris has now stood for over eight years.

A similar dedicated space is also being developed for carpet cleaners. Called The Carpet Cleaning Village, this zone is being designed for anyone connected to the carpet cleaning industry and carpet cleaning supply chain. Dave Wheadon from The National Carpet Cleaners Association (NCAA) said: “It’s fantastic that The Cleaning Show has recognised the significance of carpet cleaning within the wider cleaning industry and has created the Carpet Cleaning Village as a result. It will be a space where us and our members can not only learn about the latest innovations and techniques within the world of carpet cleaning but also be somewhere we can discuss the key challenges we all face as a sector. I would therefore encourage anyone connected to carpet cleaning to register for a place at the Cleaning Show or consider exhibiting in the carpet cleaning village as it will help build the profile of professional carpet cleaning as a reliable, responsible and valuable service both commercially and domestically.”

Major carpet cleaning brands and suppliers exhibiting at the Cleaning Show include Prochem, Legend Brands, Sebo, and Vaclensa. The NCCA itself will also have a presence at the show as part of the British Cleaning Council’s exhibition hub.

Stan Atkins, chair of the British Cleaning Council, said: “The window cleaning competition remains one of the most popular events we have at the show, but for 2019 we’ve decided to give it more of an international flavour. We’ve also created the Window Cleaning Village so everyone connected to the window cleaning supply chain can get together and share ideas and expertise. Carpet cleaning is also increasingly becoming a key industry sector and is growing across both the commercial and domestic markets. We have therefore decided to create a second special zone focused on carpet cleaning where suppliers, manufacturers and cleaners themselves can meet and network.”

Another special area at the Cleaning Show will be The Green Zone, a space offering advice and solutions to those looking to reduce their environmental impact and offer more sustainable services. A Resource Management area is also being developed which will focus on waste management and recycling.

In addition, there will be The Cleaning Show Clinic, a drop-in space featuring a wide range of experts and consultants, who will be on hand to present short sessions and give practical one-to-one advice on a number of different issues including health and safety, recruitment and social media.

Innovation will also be very high on the agenda, and once again in 2019 the Cleaning Show will be hosting the Innovation Awards. These are a series of prizes for the best products and services being exhibited at the show and will offer attendees the opportunity to see a number of new and innovative products which have not been seen before in the UK. An expert panel will be judging the most innovative products on Tuesday 19 March with the winners being announced that afternoon at 4.30pm.

The full Cleaning Show Conference programme has also been announced, featuring expert-led sessions over the three days. Keynote speakers include Caroline Reilly from the Living Wage Foundation, Dr Terry Tudor, senior lecturer in waste management at Northampton University, and Keith Redway, emeritus fellow at the University of Westminster. Presentations will also be given by Dominic Ponniah, chief executive of Cleanology, James Marston, learning and development manager at BICSc, and Syed Ahmed of Savortex (previous star of BBC’s The Apprentice). Suzanne Howe from Suzanne Howe Communications and the BCC’s communications lead consultant, Richard Bond from SKV Communications, will also be speaking.

For more details on exhibiting or to register for a free pass visit:www.cleaningshow.co.uk
]]>RC1000 battery charger expands RC Serieshttps://cleaningmag.com/news/rc1000-battery-charger-expands-rc-series
https://cleaningmag.com/news/rc1000-battery-charger-expands-rc-seriesThu, 13 Dec 2018 09:51:48 +0000Delta-Q Technologies has announced the addition of a 1000-watt battery charger to its RC Series for use in battery-powered floor care machines, the RC1000.

Delta-Q’s RC Series includes the RC900, RC1200 and now the RC1000. The RC1000 is a high frequency charging solution capable of charging both lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. The new charger also offers controller area network (CAN bus) communications for seamless machine integration.

Designed with floor care and maintenance original equipment manufacturers in mind, the RC1000 is suitable for use in battery-powered scrubbers, sweepers and burnishers. Similar to its family series, the RC1000 has an IP66-rated ingress protection to seal out dirt and fluids, while its mechanical design and component selection resists vibration, shock and temperature extremes.www.delta-q.com
]]>FWC announces 2019 award programmehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/fwc-announces-2019-award-programme
https://cleaningmag.com/news/fwc-announces-2019-award-programmeThu, 13 Dec 2018 09:47:29 +0000The Federation of Window Cleaners has announced a two-category competition for 2019, comprising ‘company of the year’ and ‘employee of the year’ awards. The programme is open to registered members of the FWC and their employees who must be nominated by the employer - one employee per company. The competition will be judged by the FWC management executive team, and the winners will be announced at the Cleaning Show in March.

Subject to entry conditions, judging will be based on industry achievements, time served in the window cleaning industry, customer/client testimonials, and reasons for entering the competition.

Entry forms are currently available to download from the FWC website. Closing date for entries is 4 February 2019.www.f-w-c.co.uk
]]>Pub chain scoops Loo of the Year trophyhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/pub-chain-scoops-loo-of-the-year-trophy
https://cleaningmag.com/news/pub-chain-scoops-loo-of-the-year-trophyWed, 12 Dec 2018 15:03:39 +0000JD Wetherspoon has won the overall Loo of the Year Awards trophy for the third time - the only entrant to have achieved this in the scheme's 31 year history. JD Wetherspoon is known for converting unconventional yet attractive premises into pubs which are individually designed. Part of this design is the provision of washrooms that are spacious and meet the needs of all types of users and was the UK’s first pub chain to introduce Changing Places toilets.

JD Wetherspoon entries gained platinum award grade for 90% of its entries, nine national awards and was also awarded ‘corporate provider’ and ‘space to change’ UK trophies.

Loo of the Year Awards managing director, Mike Bone, said: “JD Wetherspoon provides many exceptional toilets which set the standard for the pub sector. They have entered Loo of the Year Awards for several years and won many awards. Chairman Tim Martin is passionate about providing excellent toilets and many Wetherspoon pubs are assessed each year as part of entry into Loo of the Year Awards.”

Virginia Santos, a cleaning operative for the City of London’s major visitor attractions, was awarded the ‘washroom cleaner of the year’ award, ‘individual cleaner national award for England’ and the overall UK trophy. She has provided an excellent service to central London visitors for the past six years.

The Deep, a public aquarium situated at Sammy’s Point, Hull, and a new single entrant, was the ‘individual categories’ trophy winner. Other major UK and Ireland trophy winners included Lakeside Village Outlet Shopping Centre, Doncaster, McDonald’s, The Phoenix Centre, Sandwich, and the University of Worcester. The winners were selected from entries in 61 entry categories across all market sectors.

Guests from across the UK, including representatives from cleaning and FM companies, attended the awards presentation event at the St Johns Hotel, Solihull. The 2018 awards were run in association with associate sponsors Clos-o-Mat, Dolphin Solutions and Dyson Airblade wash+dry. Cleen, Danfo and P Wave also supported this year’s awards.

The next Loo of the Year Awards event will be held on Friday 6 December 2019.www.loo.co.uk
]]>Office hygiene needs to change with the times: reporthttps://cleaningmag.com/news/office-hygiene-needs-to-change-with-the-times-report
https://cleaningmag.com/news/office-hygiene-needs-to-change-with-the-times-reportMon, 10 Dec 2018 10:34:27 +0000Offices need to implement new proactive hygiene solutions in line with changing trends, according to hygiene provider Essity. This will help employees take more personal control over workplace hygiene, claims the company in its latest white paper.

The document, which uses data from the global Essity Hygiene & Health Report 2018- 2019 plus insights from the Tork Office Trend Report, reveals that 73% of UK offices are now open plan.

“While open concept offices have several advantages in a collaborative environment, they require a higher level of maintenance plus a hygiene strategy adapted for a flexible office,” said Essity’s Stuart Hands. “It is becoming increasingly evident that cleanliness and hygiene in the workplace are vital factors for productivity today.”

Open-plan offices lead to a greater degree of socialising plus a higher level of sharing of both facilities and technology. “This means that office workers face more hygiene risks than ever before,” continued Hands. “At the same time, many people - particularly younger generations - are becoming more health-conscious which means that ensuring a clean and safe work environment becomes more important than ever when recruiting new talent.”

A global survey conducted by Essity earlier this year revealed that 22% of employees said they often refrain from using the toilets at work, with the figure rising to 30% among younger people. The most common reasons for this relate to unhygienic or messy washrooms. The study also revealed that around 40% of people globally say they often worry about becoming ill due to poor hygiene.

“Employers seeking to attract and retain millennials should be aware that young people are much more concerned about poor hygiene than the older workforce,” said Stuart Hands. “In fact, 50% of people aged 16-25 said they often worried about hygiene, while that figure was only 21% among people aged 61 and over.” He added that implementing a good hand hygiene programme in an office can reduce absenteeism while also improving morale and enhancing the employee’s attitude toward the workplace.

Hand hygiene improves when opportunities for practising it increase, according to the Tork white paper. “For example, the installation of Tork EasyCube facility management software throughout an office building will ensure that cleaning needs are met and that all dispensers are kept well stocked at all times,” said Hands. “Introducing the Tork Hygiene Stand can also improve compliance since this will act as a hand hygiene reminder while also making Tork Alcohol Foam Hand Sanitiser and Tork Facial Tissues immediately available tostaff and visitors.”

The Tork White Paper is available to download at: www.tork.co.uk/whitepaper2018.www.tork.co.uk
]]>Backpack vacuum distributor confirmedhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/backpack-vacuum-distributor-confirmed
https://cleaningmag.com/news/backpack-vacuum-distributor-confirmedFri, 07 Dec 2018 10:25:23 +0000Wightman & Parrish has been chosen as one of the leading distributors of Pacvac. Pacvac has been designed to be ultra-light and work with the shape of your body. Users do not need to bend or stretch as much as you do with a canister vacuum cleaner as the weight is actually balanced on your back. This reduces strain on your upper limbs and back.

Wightman & Parrish’s contract manager, Simon Ayres, said: “We are very excited to be a Pacvac distributor, as we feel these machines will be suited to many of our customers, and will even help to reduce our customers cost of cleaning. I believe it is a great product, with a powerful motor and suction, which is ergonomic and comfortable to wear.”www.wightmanandparrish.co.uk
]]>Improved laundry for care homehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/improved-laundry-for-care-home
https://cleaningmag.com/news/improved-laundry-for-care-homeFri, 07 Dec 2018 10:14:43 +0000Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment isn’t just a vital part of Pilgrims View’s infection control management procedures, it also plays a significant role in helping the care home remain a welcoming and pleasant environment for residents to live. High standards of hygiene are applied to all areas of the care home’s operations, and this includes its laundry facility.

Avante Care and Support, which operates Pilgrims View, recognised the care home’s need for a whole new approach to its laundry. This meant assigning budget to renovate the current laundry facility and create a brand new facility that would make infection control procedures easier for staff to follow.

The new laundry facility was an opportune time for Pilgrims View to install new machines and having seen Miele machines wash items to high standards at Avante Care and Support’s other homes, the business’s maintenance officer chose the same brand for the new laundry facility. The company arranged with contractors to reconfigure part of the existing building and utilise other areas to form a new laundry room. As well as forming better maintenance access, builders created a new walkway into the laundry room. This enabled a barrier washing system that allowed soiled items to enter through one area and clean items to be returned to residents via a different route.

Local Miele partner, First Choice Marshalls, had installed Miele machines at its other homes, and Avante Care and Support knew that the supplier could be trusted to select the right equipment for Pilgrims View. Not only did First Choice Marshalls install two Miele PW811 Performance Plus washing machines, it worked with the team at Pilgrims View to establish how the equipment should be laid out in the laundry to support infection control procedures.

Julian Oliver, maintenance officer at Avante Care and Support, said: “Changing the physical infrastructure of our laundry room was a big step for us. But we needed to make a bold move so that managing infection control became easier and second nature for laundry staff. Operating laundry daily, we can’t go without efficient laundry washing facilities, which is why installing reliable and durable machines that could be repaired with little fuss was a priority for us. Having seen the difference that Miele and First Choice Marshalls made at our homes, we were keen for Pilgrims View to experience the same results.”www.miele.co.uk/professional
]]>Trojan introduces Trillium linehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/trojan-introduces-trillium-line
https://cleaningmag.com/news/trojan-introduces-trillium-lineThu, 06 Dec 2018 08:22:08 +0000Trojan Battery Co has announced the Trillium line of Trojan Intelligent Lithium batteries. With life expectancy over 5000 cycles, Trillium maximises total energy throughput and lowers lifetime operating costs. Trillium is ideal for meeting demanding deep-cycling requirements across a wide range of stationary and motive power applications.

“This is another significant milestone towards our strategic mission of offering a complete range of deep-cycle energy storage technologies and solutions for our customers,” said Neil Thomas, president and CEO of Trojan Battery. “The addition of a highly competitive Lithium product line further strengthens our best-in-class technology portfolio."www.trojanbattery.com
]]>Monthind success at Quadram Institutehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/monthind-success-at-quadram-institute
https://cleaningmag.com/news/monthind-success-at-quadram-instituteThu, 06 Dec 2018 08:20:20 +0000Monthind has secured a multi-service line contract at the new state-of-the-art Quadram Institute (QI) medical facility. As CBRE Asset Services’ chosen partner for cleaning and associated services, Monthind has been appointed as the provider of a range of services including cleaning, window cleaning, pest control, grounds maintenance, and waste management. Monthind was also awarded, via Wates Construction, the construction firm responsible for delivery of the QI, the contract to provide the post-build clean prior to its opening.

Designed by the Quadram Institute Bioscience (formerly the Institute of Food Research) and the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, the QI is an £81 million pound medical facility that will capitalise on the world-class bioscience expertise based on the Norwich Research Park. The QI will create a new interface between food science, gut biology, and human health and disease for the health and wellbeing of a generation.

Richard Redding, director of sales at Monthind, said: “We are delighted to have been awarded this contract with CBRE and to provide our services to the QI which is one of the region’s most prestigious and high-profile facilities. Our ability to offer several disciplines, to deliver a proven high-quality service, our local management team, and the thousand plus colleagues we employ across the region proved a key part in assisting CBRE to win the total facilities management contract. Monthind’s team is already on-site at the QI delivering a phased builder’s clean, and our project team is busy planning the mobilisation of the contract ahead of the QI’s official opening. As the East of England’s largest independent and local company, we are very proud to have been part of the CBRE winning team that has secured this prestigious facilities management contract. Delivering our cleaning services here helps us continue to grow, and to create further employment in the region.”www.monthindclean.co.uk
]]>The countdown for the Cleaning Show has now startedhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/the-countdown-for-the-cleaning-show-has-now-started
https://cleaningmag.com/news/the-countdown-for-the-cleaning-show-has-now-startedTue, 04 Dec 2018 16:31:00 +0000Registration is now open to attend the Cleaning Show 2019.

The Cleaning Show is the UK’s largest trade event focused on Cleaning & Hygiene. Held once every two years, this is an opportunity for you to spend a highly rewarding day out of the office to source, network and discover new opportunities for your business.

The exhibition, conference and series of features attract thousands of contract cleaners, facilities managers, healthcare estate managers, hospitality, leisure and retail managers, public service providers, local government and distributors.

What's on?

The Cleaning Show Conference

The Cleaning Show Conference is aimed at managers and business owners to address the big issues and opportunities that could have an impact on the future of businesses and public sector organisations.

These include HR challenges in the current political climate, the latest industry research, hygienic and sustainable waste solutions and preparing for the unexpected.

The conference sessions are free to attend and included in your exhibition pass.

Window Cleaning World Cup Challenge

In 2019, we are launching a new World Cup for Window Cleaners and are encouraging competitors from around the world to rise to the challenge for the chance to win the first ever Window Cleaning World Cup and prize of £1,000.

The event will be professionally judged by Guinness World Record qualified adjudicators in the hope that Terry Burrows existing 10-year record can be broken.

Interested in exhibiting?

There are still stand options available for suppliers who offer cleaning, hygiene, waste and facility management solutions. If you are interested in finding out more please contact Vanessa or Michelle (contact details below).

Since late 2017, Diversey’s business has been confronted with significant cost increases in labour, energy, transportation, and raw materials. This has been due to strong inflation, capacity constraints, ‘force majeure’ supplier events, and an increasingly stricter global regulatory landscape.

Freight costs have also increased, due to the development of dangerous goods transportation regulations, higher taxes and diesel costs, driver shortages, and a strong overall economy.

Gaetano Redaelli, global president of Diversey's Professional Division, said: “Though we continually focus on internal programmes to improve our cost position, the impact of the cumulative market increases in the past months, and the forecasted increases in the coming period, can no longer be mitigated solely by Diversey. Therefore, Diversey will be implementing price adjustments in Europe in the short term, which may range between 3-7% depending on the product category and the country.”www.diversey.com
]]>£50 million contract awarded by Community Health Partnershipshttps://cleaningmag.com/news/50-million-contract-awarded-by-community-health-partnerships
https://cleaningmag.com/news/50-million-contract-awarded-by-community-health-partnershipsTue, 04 Dec 2018 09:41:22 +0000OCS has been selected by Community Health Partnerships (CHP) to deliver cleaning support under a three-year contract worth £50 million. The agreement will see OCS providing cleaning services across 180 sites, supporting CHP tenants throughout England.

Petra Moss, managing director for OCS Healthcare and Education, said: “We are proud of the work OCS has already done with CHP but this contract marks a very significant step in that relationship. We share CHP’s desire to ensure the highest possible standards of cleanliness and are excited that the service we provide in its buildings enables clinical excellence to take place. This partnership is a positive milestone in our mission to ‘improve lives’.”

Mark Day, chief operating officer and deputy chief executive at CHP, added: “We’re delighted to be partnering with OCS across the country. Our ambition is to deliver the most effective and best-value space for patients - this contract is an important part of that.”www.ocs.com
]]>Diversey appoints new CEOhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/diversey-appoints-new-ceo
https://cleaningmag.com/news/diversey-appoints-new-ceoMon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000Diversey has announced the appointment of Mark S. Burgess as its new chief executive officer, effective 17 December 2018.

Burgess was previously CEO of Signode Industrial Group, a $2.4 billion global company with 88 manufacturing facilities across six continents, which was acquired by Crown Holdings, Inc. in April 2018. Prior to that role he served as CEO of Graham Packaging Company where he led the firm’s IPO in 2010 and subsequent sale to Reynolds Group Holdings in 2011. Earlier in his career he served as CEO and CFO of Anchor Glass Container Corporation and held a variety of operational and financial leadership roles in several other businesses.

"Mark emerged as the best person to lead Diversey into the future because of his experience successfully transforming complicated multinational businesses by building strong organisations, seizing attractive growth opportunities, and effectively integrating acquisitions,” said Ken Hanau, chairman of the board of directors.

Mark Burgess said: “I’m honored to join Diversey, a company with a rich heritage, a legacy of innovation, and an enduring focus on customer service. Diversey is well-positioned for the future as we continue to invest in innovation to drive growth while delivering increased value for our customers.”

Burgess succeeds Ilham Kadri, who is leaving Diversey at the end of the year. Carlos Sagasta, chief financial officer, and Gaetano Redaelli, global president, professional division, who have been serving on an interim basis as joint deputy CEOs, will return to their positions and will report to Burgess.www.diversey.com
]]>European Cleaning and Hygiene Award winners announcedhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/european-cleaning-and-hygiene-award-winners-announced
https://cleaningmag.com/news/european-cleaning-and-hygiene-award-winners-announcedFri, 30 Nov 2018 09:22:43 +0000The annual European Cleaning and Hygiene Awards took place recently at the Hotel Palace in Berlin. The awards, which recognise standards of excellence in the professional cleaning industry, are the only pan-European awards for the sector. With over 100 entries this year, 36 leading service providers, manufacturers and distributors made the shortlist across 10 categories.

The winners were:

Best use of smart technological solutions: Principle Cleaning at Blue Fin.

Commitment to training: Derrycourt.

Client/contractor partnerships: CSU and CIRCL.

Distributors: excellence in added value initiatives: Kenter.

Sustainability: best practice: Essity.

Workforce: commitment to diversity: Ilunion Facility Services.

Initiative in raising the profile of the cleaning sector: British Institute of Cleaning Science.

Technological innovation of the year: Essity.

Leader of the year: Tony Berisha.

Rising star: Ben Swinbourne.

Compère for the evening, and member of the judging panel, Michelle Marshall, said: “There is so much tremendous work being done in the professional cleaning sector across Europe. The European Cleaning and Hygiene Awards exist to highlight and celebrate the service providers, manufacturers and distributors going above and beyond in the industry. We had some extremely strong entries this year, which is testament to the hard work and dedication of the sector. Our 2018 winners represent some of the most forward-thinking, innovative businesses, who are really making a difference in our industry. Congratulations to our 2018 winners.”

The venue for the 2019 European Cleaning and Hygiene Awards will be London.www.echawards.com
]]>The Green and Orange Maximum range just got biggerhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/the-green-and-orange-maximum-range-just-got-bigger
https://cleaningmag.com/news/the-green-and-orange-maximum-range-just-got-biggerThu, 29 Nov 2018 09:44:25 +0000The success of Greyland’s Green and Orange-Maximum products over the past year since their introduction has led to a three-fold increase in the range now available.

Green-Maximum Biological Washroom Deodoriser and Cleaner does just what the label says it will - it removes organic staining and maintains a clean, odour free washroom. Green-Maximum is available in five litre bulk canisters as well as 750ml ready to use trigger sprays.

The 1kg pail of Biological Urinal Blocks now joins the Green-Maximum range, incorporating strains of harmless bacterial cultures that work together with environmentally sympathetic chemicals.

Outside of the washroom the five litre Orange-Maximum Concentrate is suitable for a wide range of janitorial and industrial applications.www.greyland.co.uk
]]>Estate services contract awarded by Link Asset Serviceshttps://cleaningmag.com/news/estate-services-contract-awarded-by-link-asset-services
https://cleaningmag.com/news/estate-services-contract-awarded-by-link-asset-servicesThu, 29 Nov 2018 09:42:25 +0000Link Asset Services has awarded a 3-year contract to Incentive FM Group to provide a range of services across its UK estate. The contract, worth in excess of £1 million, follows a competitive tender which focussed on the need for strong, responsive management and a personal service.

The contract will be led by the group’s specialist cleaning company, Incentive QAS, in collaboration with Incentive Tec, the building services specialist, who will together provide a bespoke solution which includes responsibility for all mechanical and engineering aspects and cleaning of the estate. Other services include security monitoring, washrooms, pest control, window cleaning, and consumable supplies.

Dedicated cleaning teams will be assigned at each of the six UK sites and both planned and reactive maintenance delivered through the national mobile engineering team. Around 40 staff will transfer under TUPE and will undertake additional training. A single dedicated account manager will work across all sites and services.

David Baker, property director at Link Asset Services, said: “Our choice of FM partner is extremely important to us as we rely on them for the smooth and safe running of our buildings which directly impacts our employees. Incentive demonstrated not only the right skills and experience but also the right mindset to deliver exactly what we wanted.”

Jamie Wright, managing director at Incentive QAS, said: “This contract demonstrates our ability to deliver a fully bespoke solution with a wide range of services. This is underpinned by our strong management and state of the art technology.”www.incentive-fmgroup.com
]]>Laundry at the heart of C3 philosophyhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/laundry-at-the-heart-of-c3-philosophy
https://cleaningmag.com/news/laundry-at-the-heart-of-c3-philosophyWed, 28 Nov 2018 09:21:27 +0000Select Medical manufactures products for the health and care sectors. This includes alternating pressure mattresses and active seating, which relieve pressure and improve comfort for hospital patients and care recipients. It also provides these products to equipment loan stores, which lend the items to hospitals and care homes. With a decontamination facility on its site, Select Medical offers a laundry service for the products it manufactures, as well as other items that need decontaminating, such as slings and mattress covers.

Select Medical’s decontamination centre used to be some distance from its main office and it was keen create a new facility closer. This was an opportune time for the organisation to re-equip its facility with new washing machines and tumble dryers.

Select Medical has a ‘C3 philosophy,’ which ensures that it considers the care provider, the carer and care recipient in all of the work it does. To meet this philosophy, it had to ensure that its new machines would thoroughly disinfect items to meet the high standards of hygiene it sets for itself - washing items up to 95°C and drying them under 50°C degrees. NHS infection control guidelines are another set of standards that Select Medical had to consider when scouring the market for new machines.

As Select Medical washes items that are heavily soiled, it needs washing machines with specialist programmes to remove any traces of contamination and stains. In preparation for delivery of its new equipment, Select Medical had to install a water feed for the washing machine and gas pipes for the tumble dryer. The next step was to review the market for machines that could deliver on its exact requirements. Having used Miele machines previously, the company was confident that it was the best brand for its laundry processes due to being able to wash items at high temperatures and meet disinfection standards. Miele’s reputation for the quality, reliability and durability of its equipment was also a huge draw for Select Medical.

Select Medical worked closely with Millers UK, a partner of the professional division of Miele, to discuss its requirements and to install the new machines and waste pipes. Millers UK installed Miele’s PW 6241 [EL MF], a front-loading washer-extractor with a low level of energy and water consumption. This has a drum volume of 240 litres and a load capacity 24kg. It provides a bespoke sluice wash, which carries out a pre-wash cycle that removes solid particles from heavily soiled items before adding detergent. This allows the contaminated water to pass out of the machine before the main wash begins, ensuring that heavily soiled items are fully disinfected.

A Miele PT 8407 [PTM D ARP] tumble dryer was also installed. This has a drum volume of 400 litres and a load capacity of 16-20kg, and also features a honeycomb drum, which helps maintain the quality of items being washed. It also features Miele’s patented Air Recycling Plus, which puts hot air back in the dryer so that it doesn’t have to constantly use energy to reheat. Millers also set up a bespoke drying cycle, which reduced the drying temperature from 74°C to 55°C. This was to ensure that items being dried don’t shrink.

Select Medical’s new Miele machines now enable its cleaning technicians to disinfect all of the equipment they launder to the high standard that customers require, helping all users of their equipment to meet NHS infection control guidelines. By upgrading its machines, Select Medical continues to meet its C3 philosophy and is contributing to care home and hospital requirements for delivering a safe and hygienic environment for patients, care recipients and staff.

David Elstone, MD at Select Medical, said: “As we decided to build a new decontamination centre with new appliances, it was essential that we maintained our high standards on infection control. We were pleased with how the Miele machines had helped us meet our guidelines previously, and knew that it should stay as our brand of choice in our new centre. Our cleaning technicians wash a wide range of items, and all of them need to be cleaned to the same high standards. The bespoke programmes that our new machines provide mean we can wash items according to how they are used. Also, thanks for our gentle bespoke drying programme, we are able to prolong the life of medical equipment.”

]]>EnviroHub has increased capacityhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/envirohub-has-increased-capacity
https://cleaningmag.com/news/envirohub-has-increased-capacityTue, 27 Nov 2018 09:14:42 +0000Leafield Environmental has increased the capacity of its popular EnviroHub by an extra 20 litres. The hub comprises two new 43 litre Enviropods, attached to a 100 litre Envirobin 100 with a capability to handle up to four discrete waste streams.

Suitable for internal use, the Envirobin Hub is available with variety of lid apertures, all WRAP compliant colour coded, to improve the accuracy of ‘segregation at source’ and so increase the value of the segregated waste materials. A4 signage kits are also offered to further assist the user in selecting the correct waste stream.

There are no less than 10 lid options for the Envirobin 100 alone and with a further four lid options for the side Enviropods the available combinations make the Envirobin Hub the most flexible recycling solution in the Leafield range.www.leafieldrecycle.com
]]>Business development appointment for Westgrove Grouphttps://cleaningmag.com/news/business-development-appointment-for-westgrove-group
https://cleaningmag.com/news/business-development-appointment-for-westgrove-groupTue, 27 Nov 2018 09:12:31 +0000The Westgrove Group has recruited a new brand and development manager. James Robinson has been brought on board to help with the continuing rapid growth of the independent company which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary.

Laurie Barton Wright, brand and development director st The Westgrove Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome James on board. He comes from a strong commercial background and has a good understanding of our market sector. He is set to be an intrinsic member of our business development management team as we continue to grow within the shopping centre sector.”

James Robinson said: “I’m looking forward to being part of such a forward thinking and successful company. My previous experience within shopping centres will help support the ’Synergy by Westgrove’ proposition which is very much about industry knowledge, added value and service excellence.”www.westgrove.co.uk

]]>Wigan Athletic extends cleaning contracthttps://cleaningmag.com/news/wigan-athletic-extends-cleaning-contract
https://cleaningmag.com/news/wigan-athletic-extends-cleaning-contractMon, 26 Nov 2018 09:29:33 +0000Kingdom has announced that it will continue its long-term partnership with Wigan Athletic until the end of the 2018-19 Sky Bet Championship season.

Jonty Castle, Wigan Athletic’s head of business development and customer experience, said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Kingdom, which continues to be an important supporter of the football club. Football clubs like ours, at the heart of their community, take great pride in working with supporters of our club who have shown a loyalty and commitment to us historically and Kingdom is a fine example of a continued successful partnership that we enjoy.”

Terry Barton, CEO at Kingdom, added: “I have personally supported the Latics for over 40 years and have witnessed the dramatic rise from very humble beginnings to the stature of the club as it is now. We have followed a similar path, growing into a large national service provider you can always rely on. I am delighted to see the Kingdom name on the East Stand of the DW Stadium. All of us here at Kingdom wish Wigan Athletic the best of luck this season and the future ahead!”www.kingdom.co.uk
]]>Senior EMEA appointment at Nilfiskhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/senior-emea-appointment-at-nilfisk
https://cleaningmag.com/news/senior-emea-appointment-at-nilfiskFri, 23 Nov 2018 10:01:13 +0000Nilfisk has appointed Steen Lindbo as new executive vice president for Nilfisk in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Steen Lindbo brings more than 25 years of international experience from the power tool and hand tool industry working for the US founded company Stanley Black & Decker. Throughout his career, Lindbo has filled several management roles in the Nordics, Europe and globally. Most recently he has headed up the hand tool, accessory and storage division for Stanley Black & Decker across Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Hans Henrik Lund, CEO at Nilfisk, said: “Europe, Middle East and Africa are all highly important markets for Nilfisk and we are looking to grow across the region. Steen brings years of international experience to Nilfisk and has worked with key account management and commercial development in almost all markets. I am fully confident that he has the right capabilities and mind-set to support our customers’ businesses and grow Nilfisk across the region.”

Steen Lindbo said: “The professional cleaning industry is in the middle of a very exiting industry transformation with technologies paving the way for new intelligent ways of cleaning. Nilfisk has a clear ambition to lead this transformation, and I look very much forward to being part of this journey. Having worked with B2B sales my entire career has also made me very humble and aware of the importance of good customer relations. You can launch an innovative solution one day and the next day your competitors might have a similar solution on the market. So, it all comes down to how well you service your customers and bring value to their business.”www.nilfisk.com
]]>Dry more, in less space and timehttps://cleaningmag.com/news/dry-more-in-less-space-and-time
https://cleaningmag.com/news/dry-more-in-less-space-and-timeThu, 22 Nov 2018 14:33:48 +0000Electrolux has launched the new Line 6000 dryers, with heat pump technology available for all models together with the other heating alternatives.

Together with electric, gas and steam versions, the heat pump is suitable for all models. The smaller machine takes 44 minutes to dry 6kg of garments, and the larger ones are even more efficient.

Darren Lockley, head of region UK and Ireland at Electrolux Professional, said: “The Line 6000 Dryers have changed the rules in the market when it comes to productivity, efficiency, ergonomics, and performance. Thanks to the Electrolux customer-centric product development, the new range becomes really a unique partner in the laundry business, able to simplify and improve work life, ensure high quality level and grow the profit.”www.electrolux.com/professiona...
]]>C&D Technologies to acquire Trojan Batteryhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/c-d-technologies-to-acquire-trojan-battery
https://cleaningmag.com/news/c-d-technologies-to-acquire-trojan-batteryThu, 22 Nov 2018 14:31:08 +0000Trojan Battery Company, a leading manufacturer of deep-cycle energy storage solutions, has announced that its current majority owner, an affiliate of Charlesbank Capital Partners, has reached an agreement with C&D Technologies, a portfolio company of KPS Capital Partners, for C&D Technologies to acquire Trojan.

This acquisition will combine two leading battery manufacturers with complementary product portfolios to create one of the largest energy storage providers with over $1 billion of revenue, eight manufacturing facilities and a presence in every major region.

“Trojan Battery is an industry leader with a great heritage and an amazing team of employees,” said Neil Thomas, president and CEO of Trojan Battery. “I’m excited about the agreement with C&D and believe that it will secure the company’s future and position it for even greater success in the years ahead.”

The Godber family started Trojan Battery in 1925 and built it into one of the leading deep-cycle battery manufacturers in the world. “I am enthusiastic about the transaction that is taking place with KPS and C&D,” said Rick Godber, chairman of the board. “Although this will end 93 years of ownership in Trojan for the Godber family, we all look forward to watching the continued growth and success of the brand and its legacy.”www.trojanbattery.com
]]>OCS UK celebrates ‘Thank Your Cleaner Day’https://cleaningmag.com/news/ocs-uk-celebrates-thank-your-cleaner-day
https://cleaningmag.com/news/ocs-uk-celebrates-thank-your-cleaner-dayWed, 21 Nov 2018 10:15:38 +0000OCS UK has joined its colleagues in Australia and New Zealand to celebrate its cleaning staff on Thank Your Cleaner Day. Working in partnership with clients including NHS Trusts, British Airways and Mars Chocolate UK Ltd, OCS UK delivered awards to seven cleaners who have been nominated by clients for going above and beyond, delivering exceptional service.

Originating in New Zealand in 2015, and now in its fourth year, Thank Your Cleaner Day is a global initiative for businesses all over the world to recognise the hard work of these often invisible cleaning operatives to let them know they are valued and appreciated.

Bob Taylor, CEO of OCS Group in the UK, Ireland and Middle East, said: “Our cleaners work day, night and weekends to keep our clients’ working environments clean, safe and hygienic. Thank Your Cleaner Day is our chance to come together with our clients to show how much we appreciate the work our cleaners do.”

The winners of the OCS awards are:

· Slawomir Grzesik was recognised for consistently high standards of work, commitment and loyalty at the Mars site in Slough.

· Richard Parsons from the Mars site in Plymouth was also singled out for his enthusiasm and for carrying out everything he does with a cheerful disposition.

· Karl Green was recognised for always going the extra distance to make sure he exceeds expectations in his demanding role at the Mars site in Birstall.

· Frank Mathew was awarded for delivering excellent customer service and high standards over an 18 year career at British Airways Waterside.

· Sharon O'Leary who works at Liverpool Womens Hospital was recognised for her exceptionally high standards which have led to her being tasked with training new staff on the standards expected.

· Gurmil Khamba was recognised for consistently demonstrating a can-do attitude in an often challenging environment, her reliability and cheerful nature over 11 years at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Sidcup.

Bob Taylor added: “I would like to take this opportunity to join our clients and personally acknowledge the hard work and dedication shown by our cleaning teams. Without their continuous effort, our client working environments would simply not be the same. They are all OCS stars.”www.ocs.com

]]>ERA report reveals European equipment rental market growinghttps://cleaningmag.com/news/era-report-reveals-european-equipment-rental-market-growing
https://cleaningmag.com/news/era-report-reveals-european-equipment-rental-market-growingTue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000The European equipment rental market is growing ahead of the general economy, backed by increased investment from rental companies, but still shows significant opportunity, reports the ERA Market Report 2018. The report is the leading source of market intelligence on the European equipment rental market and the only European-wide industry benchmark. It contains detailed market information for the years 2015 to 2020 and key indicators, including rental turnover, fleet value and investments.

For the first time, the report also provides an analysis on rental penetration based on equipment unit sales from a selected range of categories, alongside penetration rates by GDP and construction output. This new insight, conducted with Off-Highway Research, highlights the significant opportunity in less mature markets to grow common equipment rental categories.

The report shows that rental growth in the 15 major markets it investigates was 4.4% in 2017; an estimate for 2018 shows an increase of 3.7% and a forecast for 2019 of 3.4% - all at constant exchange rates. In 2017, the market for equipment rental without operators, for the EU-28 and European Free Trade Association, had a total turnover of EUR25.7 billion with the 15 countries of the report accounting for more than 95% of sales. The sector is comprised of 17,100 rental companies employing more than 140,000 people.

As well as European-wide investment in fleet expansion and renewal, drivers for growth include an increasing recognition of the role of rental in ensuring sustainability and minimising environmental impact. Thanks to the new analysis in the special section about penetration, the ERA also highlights opportunity as the market gains traction, revealing a patchwork of penetration for a common equipment category such as a mini-excavator, from 85% of demand in the UK to less than 5% in a market such as Portugal.

Michel Petitjean, secretary-general of the ERA, said: “The market is maturing and growing which is encouraging. Businesses across Europe increasingly use rental as part of their competitive toolkit as it makes better use of capital, minimises environmental impact and provides access to new equipment and expertise, as well as ensuring compliance. The additional analysis this year on penetration rates for different common categories across Europe points to further growth opportunities for an exciting, modern industry, also both political and economic prospects only show short term trends leaving uncertainty after 2019.”www.erarental.org
]]>erGO! clean wins Inclean innovation awardhttps://cleaningmag.com/news/ergo-clean-wins-inclean-innovation-award
https://cleaningmag.com/news/ergo-clean-wins-inclean-innovation-awardTue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000The erGO! clean floor cleaning system from Unger was awarded the Inclean innovation award in the janitorial category at the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo in Sydney.
Together with Pall Mall, its specialist trade partner responsible for the Australia/New Zealand region, Unger won against 25 competitors in the category.

The jury, consisting of managing directors of major building services companies, the president of the Australian trade association, and the editor-in-chief of the magazine Inclean, selected the erGO! clean floor cleaning system for its special ergonomic properties and innovative design.

Errol Goldberg, managing director of Pall Mall, said: “Winning the 2019 Inclean innovation award is a real endorsement of innovation from Unger and a product that can make a real impact in the industry for both the contract cleaning companies and their end-users.”

www.ungerglobal.com/ergoclean
]]>Unilever and Veolia sign agreement on sustainable packaginghttps://cleaningmag.com/news/unilever-and-veolia-sign-agreement-on-sustainable-packaging
https://cleaningmag.com/news/unilever-and-veolia-sign-agreement-on-sustainable-packagingMon, 19 Nov 2018 09:04:01 +0000Unilever and Veolia have signed a collaboration agreement to jointly work on emerging technologies that will help create a circular economy on plastics across various geographies, starting in India and Indonesia. According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, just 14% of the plastic packaging used globally is collected for recycling after use, with 40% ending up in landfill and a third in fragile ecosystems.

In 2017, Unilever made a commitment to ensure that all its plastic packaging will be designed to be fully reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025. To help create an end market for this material, the company also committed to increase the recycled plastic content in its packaging to at least 25% by 2025.

In reaching this important agreement, Unilever and Veolia acknowledge that the issue of plastic waste is a shared responsibility that requires bold action across the value chain to develop and scale up collection and reprocessing infrastructure, which is critical in the transition towards a circular economy. The work will focus on material collection, which will help channel recycled content back into the value chain. Veolia will work with Unilever to implement used packaging collection solutions, add recycling capacity and develop new processes and business models through this partnership in various countries.

Marc Engel, Unilever’s chief supply chain officer, said: “The scale of the plastic waste issue is getting worse, not better, with the production of plastics expected to double over the next two decades. We all have a lot more to do to address this critical issue and we hope that by partnering with Veolia, a world leader in waste management, we can take meaningful strides towards a circular economy.”

Laurent Auguste, senior executive vice-president of Veolia for development, innovation and markets, said: “There is an undeniable need to transform the current way plastic packaging end of life is managed in order to reduce significantly its environmental footprint. It will take a collaboration of a new kind between all the actors of the value chain. With this global partnership, Veolia and Unilever join forces in various geographies around the globe and, from the collection to the recycling, take a leadership role to redefine a responsible and sustainable future for packaging.”www.unilever.comwww.veolia.com
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